RISE Recovery Community Outreach Center

03/06/2026

Today we come together to honor and remember the lives lost to overdose on Black Balloon Day.

Wear black in memory.
Take home a balloon in their honor.
Let love be louder than stigma. 🖤🎈

03/03/2026

This March, the New York Council on Problem Gambling (NYCPG) is proud to recognize Problem Gambling Awareness Month alongside NYS OASAS and NCPG. We’re committed to raising awareness, reducing stigma, and connecting our community to support.

03/03/2026

Join us 3/5 at 10:00am for a training with NYCPG. This will be a Problem Gambling 101: Just the Basics. Join us to learn more about problem gambling, and what the NYCPRG does!

Please see link below.

02/27/2026

Zoom Meeting Link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84316622089?pwd=KS190cW8TWy71LGC9w3Eygfc3uEXQL.1

02/26/2026

Check out what activities Kelly has in store for a very Mindful March! 🍀🧘‍♀️✨
Please reach out to her with any questions! 315-219-5393

02/26/2026

Join RISE on Friday, March 6th, as we come together in remembrance and compassion. On this day, we pause to honor the beautiful lives lost to overdose: sons, daughters, parents, friends- each truly loved and deeply missed.

Observed each year on March 6, Black Balloon Day is a time to remember those lost to overdose. The day began in 2015 after a family tragedy. Diane and Lauren Hurley started Black Balloon Day in memory of Greg Tremblay, a father of four who died from an overdose on March 6, 2015. What began as a personal tribute to a beloved family member has since grown into a nationwide observance, with people across the United States (and beyond) displaying black balloons as a symbol of remembrance, love, and lives that will never be forgotten.

Wear black in memory.
Take home a balloon in their honor.
Hold space for healing.
Let love be louder than stigma. 🩵

02/25/2026

02/24/2026

We’re excited to announce a series of Mental Health & Su***de Prevention Trainings taking place March through July! 💚

Whether you’re a parent, educator, community member, service provider, or someone who simply wants to be better prepared to support others, these in-person and virtual trainings will provide valuable tools, resources, and confidence to make a difference.

📍 Location: Catholic Charities of Herkimer County Training Center
320 N. Prospect St.
Herkimer, NY
(some virtual session also offered)

These sessions are designed to increase awareness, reduce stigma, and empower our community with practical skills to recognize warning signs and respond effectively.

📞 For more information or to register, please contact Jenn Brewer at 315-894-9917 ext. 304.

Check out the flyer below for specific training dates and details. We hope you’ll join us in strengthening our community through education, awareness, and prevention. 💚

02/20/2026

Due to inclement weather, RISE will be closing today (2/20) at noon. We will resume normal business hours on Monday. (2/23)

Stay safe!

02/19/2026

🌟 Recovery Friendly Workplace Needs Assessment Survey 🌟

We are inviting community members and workforce professionals to complete a brief survey to help us better understand workforce experiences, barriers to employment, workplace challenges, and the needs related to supporting employees impacted by substance use disorder (SUD) and recovery.

Your feedback will help guide future training opportunities and strengthen workplace support strategies to create more recovery-friendly environments.

✅ Responses are confidential and will only be shared in summary form.

If you have any questions, please contact Amy Fahey or Jeff Petrie at 315-894-9917.

Thank you for taking the time to share your voice and help build stronger, healthier workplaces! 💙💪

https://forms.gle/91C3ADB21uBWpm7dA



Mohawk Valley Prevention & Recovery Collaborative

02/18/2026

Due to concerns of weather, this evenings 6PM Al-Anon meeting has been cancelled. Please stay safe and warm!

*The center is currently open!